MassDOT: South County Bridge Painting Operations

The work will take place from Tuesday, Jan. 21, through Friday, Jan. 24, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.

SVMC Weekly Health Update: Jan. 17

McCandless Staying as DuBois Middle School Principal

McCandless began his role in July 2024, succeeding outgoing principal Miles Wheat.

Clark Art Institute Screens 'The Phantom of the Paradise'

This film is shown in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

Pittsfield Considering Nonprofit for School Investigation

The City Council and School Committee will consider a children's advocacy nonprofit to audit the Pittsfield Public Schools.

Westfield State Study Makes Local EMS Recommendations

A research project of Westfield State University made several recommendations to enhance emergency medical services within Berkshire County, including more regionalization and stable funding sources.

Community Hero: Abigail Allard

Abigail Allard wears many hats within the Berkshire County community, which gained her the recognition of our January Community Hero of the Month.

Market 32 Customers Donate Over 50K Food Bags to Local Pantries

A total of 50,902 $10 food bags filled with essential items such as elbow macaroni, peanut butter, canned tuna, and kidney beans were collected to support neighbors in need.

Weather Alert: Berkshires Getting Snow, Frigid Temperatures

The National Weather Service is also predicting bitter cold temperatures early in the week, with wind chills between 0-10 degrees Fahrenheit on Monday through Wednesday night.

Clark Art Announces Summer 2025 Exhibitions

The Clark's summer exhibitions open on a staggered schedule, beginning in May.

Governor Signs Laws Lowering Health Care Costs, Strengthening Oversight

New laws cap prescription drug copays at $25, improve access to primary care, and close regulatory gaps exploited by Steward Health Care

Progressives March for Human Rights in Pittsfield

The Pittsfield People's March was designed to unite community members, raise awareness, and promote the fundamental rights of all people.

Ghost Tour at Ventfort Hall

The tour will take place at 7 pm on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Train Car Uncoupling Closes Ashton Avenue in North Adams

Ashton Avenue was closed for nearly two hours on Saturday after one of the cars on a westbound train uncoupled.

Dalton Mail-In Ballot Instructions Had Date Error

Town voters started receiving mail-in ballots Friday for February's special election but were surprised to find an error.

Big Y Partners with Red Cross Relief Campaign in Response to California Wildfires

Now through Friday, Jan. 31st, Big Y customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate to American Red Cross Disaster Relief at all Big Y supermarket locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Berkshire HorseWorks Secures Grants to Support Literacy, Mental Health Programs

Grants from the Central Berkshire Fund, Greylock ABC Fund, and William J. & Margery S. Barrett Fund will provide access to underserved children across Berkshire County.

Pittsfield FedEx to Close This Year

The Federal Express Shipment Center on Federico Drive will close later this year.

MassWildlife: Why you shouldn't feed wildlife this winter

While people have good intentions, supplemental feeding of wildlife typically does more harm than good.

Williamstown CPA Requests Come in Well Above Available Funds

The Community Preservation Committee faces nearly $300,000 in funding requests for fiscal year 2026.

Old Williamstown Road Opened for Pedestrian Use

The state has removed hard barriers on Old Williamstown Road, allowing strictly pedestrian use.

Pittsfield Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter

Judge Agostini of Berkshire Superior Court sentenced Johnson to 12 to 15 years in state prison.

Pittsfield First-Responders Recognized for Lifesaving Efforts on Infant

The first responders were recognized for their actions on Nov. 22 "where life-saving measures were performed on an infant."

Berkshire Agricultural Ventures Appoints Three New Board Members

Farmer and local agricultural leader Meg Bantle, community volunteer and farm business co-founder Mimi Beaven, and former BAV interim executive director Glenn Bergman were elected at the Board’s Annual Meeting in December 2024.

Pittsfield Man Charged With Carjacking

A Pittsfield man has been charged with carjacking following an incident Thursday in the Target parking lot.